Effective Essay Writing: Introduction and Conclusion

This video tutorial covers how to write effective introductions and conclusions for essays. It introduces the BAM formula for introductions, emphasizing the importance of engaging the reader with background, argument, and main points. The video also provides guidelines for writing conclusions, including using linking phrases, restating opinions, and avoiding lifting. It concludes with tips on rephrasing thesis statements and offers resources for further learning.

What is the primary focus of this video series?

• Writing effective body paragraphs

• Crafting introductions and conclusions

• Planning and paragraphing

• Using rhetorical questions

What does the 'B' in the BAM formula stand for?

• Bold

• Brief

• Background

• Body

Which element of the BAM formula involves stating your opinion?

• Main points

• Conclusion

• Argument

• Background

What should you avoid doing in your conclusion?

• Recommending future actions

• Restating your opinion

• Copying the thesis statement

• Using a linking phrase

Which of the following is NOT a recommended action for a conclusion?

• Admitting the opposing argument is true

• Rephrasing the thesis statement

• Copying the introduction

• Asking a hypothetical question

What is the recommended structure for a conclusion?

• Body paragraph structure

• BAM structure

• Introduction structure

• PEEL structure

What should you do to your thesis statement in the conclusion?

• Copy it exactly

• Highlight it

• Rephrase it

• Ignore it

What is considered 'lifting' in an essay?

• Using a rhetorical question

• Using synonyms

• Restating your opinion

• Copying the essay question

What should you do before answering the essay question?

• Draft the body paragraphs

• Reread the essay question

• Summarize the introduction

• Write the conclusion

What is the next topic in the video series?

• Writing a counter paragraph

• Using rhetorical questions

• Crafting a thesis statement

• Planning and paragraphing